State leader receives outgoing Bruneian ambassador
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc received outgoing Bruneian Ambassador Pengiran Haji Sahari bin Pengiran Haji Salleh in Hanoi on May 17, congratulating the diplomat on fulfilling his duties during eight years in Vietnam.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) presents a souvenir to Bruneian Ambassador Pengiran Haji Sahari bin Pengiran Haji Salleh at their meeting in Hanoi on May 17. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – PresidentNguyen Xuan Phuc received outgoing Bruneian Ambassador Pengiran Haji Sahari bin Pengiran Haji Salleh in Hanoi on May 17,congratulating the diplomat on fulfilling his duties during eight years inVietnam.
The Vietnameseleader appreciated the diplomat’s considerable contributions to the twocountries’ ties, which were lifted to a comprehensive partnership in 2019.
Thanking the Vietnamese Governmentand people for helping him fulfill his duties, the ambassador appreciatedVietnam’s efforts to help organise activities of the ASEAN Year when Bruneiacted as Chair of the bloc in 2021.
The elevation of bilateral ties to acomprehensive partnership in 2019 and the 30th anniversary ofdiplomatic relations this year have further proved their increasinglysubstantive cooperation, he noted.
He also congratulated Vietnam onsuccessfully holding the SEA Games 31 opening ceremony and receiving sportsdelegations, including the Bruneian team, showing Vietnam as a thoughtful andtrustworthy host.
The State leader of Vietnam noteddespite COVID-19, bilateral connections have still been strengthened, withtrade reaching 310 million USD in 2021 and 328 million USD in the first fourmonths of 2022, surging 3.5 times year-on-year.
He asked both sides to strive for 500million USD in bilateral trade by 2025, create more favourable conditions forVietnamese firms’ operations in Brunei, and increase the Bruneian Government’scholarships for Vietnamese students.
President Phuc called on the twocountries to keep close cooperation in ASEAN, the United Nations, and theAsia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.
He also applauded the outcomes of therecent ASEAN - US Special Summit, where countries supported the establishmentof a comprehensive strategic partnership and the bloc’s balanced relations withsuperpowers.
Regarding the East Sea issue, thehost recommended Vietnam and Brunei work closely together to join ASEAN inmaintaining solidarity and a common voice, ensuring peace, security andstability in the waters, while promoting the implementation of the Declarationon the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC) and finalising an effective andsubstantive code of conduct (COC) in line with international law and the 1982UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
The President expressed his hope thatin any position Pengiran Haji Sahari binPengiran Haji Salleh will hold, he will continue helping to advance Vietnam- Brunei relations./.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son held a phone talk with Brunei Second Minister of Foreign Affairs Dato Erywan Pehin Yusof on April 13, during which both agreed to regularly and effectively maintain the nations’ mechanism of joint committee on bilateral cooperation.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Sultan of Brunei Darussalam Haji Hassanal Bolkiah on April 24 morning as part of his participation in the ASEAN Leaders’ Meeting.
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue held online talks with Speaker of the Legislative Council of Brunei Abdul Rahman Taib on June 9, during which they noted with pleasure that bilateral ties are growing fruitfully.
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, Chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2021, on October 26 welcomed the bloc's progress in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and economic recovery.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh have extended their greetings to Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah on the 38th anniversary of National Day of Brunei Darussalam (February 23) and 30th anniversary of Vietnam-Brunei diplomatic ties (February 29, 1992 – February 28, 2022).
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) presents a souvenir to Bruneian Ambassador Pengiran Haji Sahari bin Pengiran Haji Salleh at their meeting in Hanoi on May 17. (Photo: VNA) 
